Weird headline right? Well, how many hours do you need to work to afford your mortgage? Have you ever thought of it in those terms? Central Indiana has long been an affordable housing market, often the most cost-effective in the nation. See how different states match up when it comes to affordability in relation to wages.

A misconception among homeowner’s or would-be homeowners is that a warranty protects the way insurance does or you can have just one or the other, but don’t need both. Not so, says Al Trestrail from RWS Warranty. I asked Al to enlighten the My 4 Walls readers about the difference. In short, he says they are similar but VERY different.

“Fixer-Upper”, “Good Bones”, “Property Brothers” – just a few of the TV shows that have hit the HGTV world by storm and made many potential homeowners start asking the question, “Am I ready for a Fixer-Upper?” I’ve posed the question to local REALTORS® and veteran ‘flippers’ and they have some very valuable advice.

Having a basic understanding of important real estate concepts before you start the homebuying process will give you peace of mind now and could save you a fortune in the future. Here are ten real estate terms you should know before you start looking for a home.